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Ben vs Uriah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ben

Boy #802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew German Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#802
Total SSA Count
313
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ben Rank #802
Uriah Rank #655

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #802 for Ben.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ben or Uriah more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Ben at #802 in the United States.

What do Ben and Uriah mean?

Ben means "short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand" (Hebrew origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ben and Uriah boy or girl names?

Ben is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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